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The Fly200 is a very powerful responsive engine, quite noisy, fuel consumption is OK, early ones tended to overheat if tuned even the slightest bit lean, not sure if this as still a problem with the latest engines but be careful of that. Make sure that the PAP dealer holds plenty of spare parts because it takes a long time to get the from Fly Engines. I would not do a full power launch with this engine, it is just too powerfull, especially with the PAP frame which flexes quite a lot. Get the wing overhead before easing on power. I know of someone that bent a very strong double rimmed Walkerjet frame doing a power launch with this engine. Paul D

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It was certainly a fantastic day for it, I done the run to Brighton as well, there must have been 30-40 in the air when I done it. Paul D

Neil, You have done the right thing in asking if anyone has any experience of this wing. It is easy to advise to buy new, but not everyone can afford to spend about £2500 on a wing. It is possible to make significant savings by buying a used wing, but it can be a false economy if you have to replace it after a short time, but you may be lucky and find a wing that has had very little use. You should be completely sure it is the right type of wing for your level of experience, the right size, is certified, and then get it inspected by ‘The Loft’ or ‘Aerofix’. Preferably before you buy it. Paul D

Pitch is not everything, don’t think that if you buy a different prop with the same pitch that it will be perfect for your motor. Other factors such as length, width and profile come into effect. You should buy a prop that was designed and tested for your motor and reduction, and don’t worry too much about the pitch. Paul D

Hello Seymore, I will be coming, it looks like the weather may allow some flying on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Can I bring my dog? Paul D

QUOTE Not sure I folllow you on this line Alan ? Surely all manufacturers certify their weight range in the same way - ie EVERYTHING that goes in the air, from the wing down to the pilots boots, including fuel. Yes wings are EN certified using all up weight, but our weight can change during a flight as we burn off fuel , there is a risk that someone could start inside the weight range and after a while be below the weight range. That is why some manufacturers recommend using all up weight without fuel. Paul D

Try not to fell too frustrated, you have taken on a difficult challenge considering the weather we have in this country. If you can get past lands end, then you should be able to get some big distances along the South Coast next week, with tail winds Good Luck Paul D

when to let go of the A's during a nil/low wind launch...... I depends on which wing you are launching. What wing do you have? also the bit about applying 50% power, depends on the motor, with some motors you can use more power or full power during inflation without too much torque effect. Paul D

Telescombe - Too many complaints, although most of them seem to come from paraglider pilots, so don't fly from there anymore. I have use of a site but the farmer does not want too many using it (only 2 or 3) I will PM you next time I plan to fly. Paul D

Where would YOU like the next PMC Fly-in to be Thailand Paul D

I think it would be great to have a fairly simple task set that is easy enough for beginners. Have a fairly short launch window in the evening so that we are all completing it at the same time, Just a turnpoint or two (fairly near) and return to a spot landing, no need to score it , just do it for the experience. Paul D

Something to do with torque, maybe? To stop the frame moving on the harness? Paul D

I have found that in strong conditions holding the C's enables you to slow the wing down as it rises by pulling down on the C's, this and prevents the wing from hoiking you off the ground, of course if you are sensible you will not even be even inflating the wing when it is this strong, but even in moderate conditions you could get caught out by a gust. You are also in a better position to kill the wing if you have hold of the C's. Some wings just cannot be killed with the brakes in strong wind. I agree that you should try different techniques with your own wing as a technique may work well with one wing but not with another Paul D